Who Should Read This Book?

This book is for both beginning and advanced Office 2003 users. Readers rarely believe that lofty claim for good reason, but the design of this book and the nature of Office 2003 make it possible for this book to address such a wide audience.

Readers unfamiliar with Windows “based software will find plenty of introductory help here that brings them quickly up to speed. This book teaches you how to work within Office 2003 as well as how to manage many of the Internet-based Office 2003 elements that you need to use Office 2003 in today's online world. This book talks to beginners without talking down to them.

This book also addresses those who presently use a Microsoft Office product. With your fundamental Office understanding, you will appreciate the new features and added power of Office 2003. Keep in mind that Office 2003 is similar to previous Office versions but includes new features, improvements, and Web-based add-ons to keep Office gurus intrigued for a long time. This book primarily teaches the Office 2003 Professional Edition, the edition that includes all the Office 2003 products and the one that sells the best.